Which incision-related signs require evaluation after a cesarean birth?

• A. Redness at the incision margins
• B. Drainage from the incision
• C. Fever
• D. Redness, warmth, drainage, fever, and increased pain around the incision

Answer: (D)

After a cesarean birth, keeping an eye on the incision for infection or poor healing is essential. The signs that suggest a problem are redness around the incision margins, warmth of the skin near the wound, drainage from the incision, fever, and increased pain at the incision site. When these symptoms appear together, they point to a possible wound infection or deeper involvement and require prompt evaluation by a clinician.

A little redness or warmth can occur in the normal healing process, but the presence of drainage, a fever, or worsening pain signals that the wound may not be healing properly and needs assessment to prevent further complications.